I don’t even know what to charge for aligners.


If you’re unsure about pricing… you’ll always undercharge.

I did that for months.

I priced low because I was scared to lose the case.

But that just led to resentment — more work, less profit, no sustainability.

Then I switched to a model that made sense — for me and the patient.

Here’s how I price aligners now:

  • Take your lab fee (let’s say $1,200–$1,800)
  • Multiply it by 3x for your total fee — that builds in profit, chairtime, and refinements
  • Script the value confidently: “This is designed to minimize refinements and get you results faster. If we don't correct this problem now - it will cost you 5x in the future to fix.”

It’s not about being the cheapest.

It’s about being confident, clear, and consistent.

We breakdown pricing and how to frame the value to patients inside our Aligner Blueprint course. If you feel ready to take the first step to more confidence with aligners - check it out.

Learn More Here 🚀


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Are you accepting the first treatment plan from your aligner techs without review? That’s one of the biggest clear aligner mistakes to avoid.

In this video, I’ll walk you through a full clear aligner case review, showing you how to review aligner treatment plans, make critical aligner treatment modifications, and avoid issues like posterior open bites.

You’ll learn tips on C chains, incisal clearance, how to reduce IPR, and create more predictable aligner outcomes. Whether you're using Invisalign or another brand, this step-by-step aligner case review will transform your planning process and boost your confidence.

-Dr. Avi


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